Series Wiring 137
85. Parallel Wiring 138
86. Multiple Wiring 139
87. Dynamo Connection 142
88. Magneto 142
89. Induction Coil 146
90. High Tension Circuit 147
91. High Tension Connections 149
92. Vibratory Coil 152
93. Contact Maker 154
94. Contact Breaker 155
95. Starting Mechanism 160
96. Muffler 164
97. 3-Point Roller-Bearing 165
98. Wrong Bearing 165
99. Improper Alinement 166
100. Correct Raceways 166
101. Cage for Roller Bearing 167
102. Roller Bearing 168
103. Caution Signs 171
104. Wiring for Lighting Circuit 175
105. Ignition Wiring 177
106. Lubricating System 189
INTRODUCTORY
The building and development of auto vehicles form one of the most
remarkable pages in the history of manufactures. The subject nearest
the boy is the motorcycle, which is a direct development of the
bicycle. From this to the larger power vehicles is but another step,
so that in setting forth the structures involved the aim should be to
show how one form of device grew out of the preceding one, and how each
structure following in the train, became desirable and necessary.
It would be impossible in a limited work of this kind to show the
various modifications of all the elements which make up a complete
structure.
When these vehicles were first brought out, the mechanism was
exceedingly simple, being, in reality, nothing more than the hitching
up of some form of motive power with running gears.
But now all that is changed. The old type steering mechanism was
imperfect; the attachment of the wheels to the axles had to be
modified; the wheels themselves entirely revolutionized; speed changing
and reversing especially adapted for quick and positive work; and even
the easy starting of the motor had to be provided for.
The entire equipment required a multiplicity of new devices, such as
signaling apparatus, lighting systems, safety appliances, means to
prevent skidding, wind shields, a reorganization of body and seating
arrangement, and a reconstruction of the springs and their attachment
to the chassis.
The electrical part has made as rapid strides, and in the development
the sparking mechanism has approached perfection, and brought into
existence a wonderful variety of systems, so that each cycle of
improvements has made them more efficient, but simpler to construct,
understand and use.
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